The Salsa Guidebook (Spiral-bound)

by Rebeca Mauleon (Author)

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Product Description
As Tito Puente's pianist, Sonny Bravo, said, "This will be the salsa 'bible' for years to come." A complete method book on how all the various styles of Afro-Cuban music are played, plus sample charts showing what each instrument is responsible for, a complete history of the music, numerous classic photos, 50 pages just on piano montunos, and much more. Endorsed by Carlos Santana, among others.

Product Details

• Spiral-bound: 259 pages
• Publisher: Sher Music (June 1, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0961470194
• ISBN-13: 978-0961470197
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 9 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #156,321 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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24 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The information given is so accurate and vivid., August 3, 1999

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This book is for anyone who is hungry to aquire the knowledge and history of the rhythms from Cuba and how these rhythms came from Africa to the caribbean. The format is very easy to follow, the information given is great and very accurate, the people that knows some of the great salsa performers will appreciate the wealth of pictures printed on the book, like Israel Cachao, Luis Quintana "Changuito", Juan Formell, Tito puente, Isaac Oviedo, etc. The discography list is a must for anyone who wants to learn about salsa and rhythms alike. The musical examples, like the montunos on the piano are a must to learn. Excellent book! Rebeca Mauleon is an excellent musicologist.

6 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Comprehensive and well written, March 14, 2005

By	Gordon Jacobs "Jake" (California) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

For students of Latin rhythms, this book is essential. It has a good historical perspective and develops the concepts from the history in a clear methodical fashion. The examples of each instrument's parts in various rhythmic styles are perfect and it is an essential reference for anyone who wants to understand the rich culture of Latin music.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars best book on this topic I've ever seen, February 6, 2009

By	Rick Mujica "mookiemu" (New York City) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This is the best book on this topic I've ever read. It's thorough, clear, easy to read, and fun to learn from.
After reading and playing with this book, I feel very confident with the clave.